The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued two separate recalls on tomatoes due to potential Salmonella contamination, impacting consumers in several states, including Georgia. The first recall involves tomatoes from H&C Farms, which the FDA says have tested positive for Salmonella.
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has decided not to run for Senate, causing Republican officials to scramble for a backup plan and avoid a divisive primary. There are concerns in the GOP that if Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene becomes the nominee against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff, her divisive reputation could hinder the party’s chances of winning. The Republicans see this race as a vital opportunity to increase their Senate majority.
According to a report released this week, Chattooga County Animal Control Director Lindsey Momon was bitten by an aggressive dog while attempting to apprehend it on May 4, 2025. Deputies were dispatched to the Chattooga County Animal Shelter at approximately 6:38 PM following the incident. The initial call stemmed from reports of multiple dogs attacking each other at 155 Bittings Avenue, reportedly triggered by one of the dogs being in heat. Animal Control located a brown dog of unknown breed, suspected of being involved in the attacks. According to the incident report, the dog became highly aggressive while Momon and Animal Control Officer Emily Wright attempted to transport it to their truck. The dog bit Director Momon during the initial attempt to secure it. Even after the truck arrived, the animal remained agitated, biting both Momon and Wright before being contained within the truck’s cage. Following the incident, both Director Momon and Officer Wright planned to seek medical attention at a local urgent care facility after housing the dog at the Animal Control Shelter. Photos of the bite marks and the dog have been submitted as part of the official report.
Maisha Ludy, a dedicated resident of Chattooga County, was recognized as the Early Head Start (EHS) Center Volunteer of the Year at the Family Resource Agency of North Georgia’s (FRAGA) annual volunteer appreciation event this past Friday. The award celebrates Ludy’s exceptional commitment and service to the EHS program.
A Dade County jury found Jesse Miles Seals guilty of child molestation on April 22, 2025, following a two-day trial held before the Honorable Judge Don Thompson in Dade County Superior Court. The conviction stemmed from courageous testimony by the victim, who detailed numerous instances of inappropriate contact with Seals beginning when she was approximately 12 years old and he was dating her older sister.
For over 140 years, American service members, veterans, their families, and caregivers have relied on the American Red Cross for support during military service challenges. Red Cross programs, led by staff and volunteers, many of whom have military ties, address the humanitarian needs of the military community.
Friends, family, and community members gathered on May 2 at the Conference Center at Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s Gordon County Campus in Calhoun to celebrate 13 students graduating from Basic Law Enforcement Training Class BL11-2025-01.
Following a three-hour probable cause hearing in the Chattooga County Courthouse Annex, Magistrate Court Judge Griffin (of Whitfield County) issued an arrest warrant for Chattooga County Sole Commissioner Andy Allen on one count of simple battery.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, May 7, 2025:
Chattooga County Schools has opened kindergarten registration for the 2025-2026 school year. Parents and guardians of children who turn five on or before September 1st, 2025, are encouraged to enroll. Registration can be done online at the Chattooga County Schools website by clicking on the “Enrollment Center” tab. Families may also scan the QR code available on the website and social media for easy access to the registration form. Those with currently enrolled students can register through the Parent Portal by selecting “online registration” for the 2025-2026 school year. For in-person help, the Chattooga Enrollment Center is open Tuesday through Friday from 8 a. m. to 4 p. m. Required documents for registration include a birth certificate, social security card, Georgia immunization record, eye, ear, and dental certificate, proof of residency, and a driver’s license or photo ID of the parent/guardian. For questions, contact the Chattooga Enrollment Center during its hours of operation.
